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L.A. Unified School Teacher and Single Father of Four Receives Much-Needed Grant from Extended Family
The Yablon family was a thriving middle class family living in the West San Fernando Valley, but that was three years ago. That was before the mother of four children left the country leaving, her then husband, Brian Yablon, to raise their four children alone. The result, three years later, is a father who works two jobs only to see his family continue to struggle every day. Extended Family, a charity helping single parent families in financial need tries to help. - January 13, 2012 - Extended Family
BeLoved Ministries INC, a Lexington Ky Non-Profit, to Open Home for Underage Sex Trafficking Survivors
BeLoved Ministries INC, a non-profit organization based in Lexington KY, announced at the beginning of the year that they will be opening a home at an undisclosed location in central Kentucky for survivors of sex trafficking under the age of 18 in 2012. According to the report from the US... - January 12, 2012 - Beloved Ministries INC
Social Navigator: Groundbreaking Social Skills App Challenges Conventional Parenting and Teaching Practices
Special needs mom and behavioral management specialist creates new app that focuses on the root causes of child social challenges and calls for new alternatives to discipline and contingency management models for Apsperger's syndrome, ADD, and neurotypical kids. - January 11, 2012 - Seven Minds, LLC
Operation Kidsafe Free Digital Fingerprinting Program
Free program that will give parents a lifetime record of their child's fingerprints. - January 11, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
Creations by Crouch Bilingual Children's Book Giveaway
Author has made free Kindle downloads available for a limited time. - January 10, 2012 - Creations By Crouch L.L.C.
Indigo Empyrean - First Contact Will Not Come from the Stars
Indie Film Writer/Director Pens a Novel About a Teen’s Quest to Save an Advanced Underwater Race from Extinction - January 10, 2012 - D.F. Marsh
Street Positive Announces Release of "A Fragile Child’s Cry" — True Story of a Father's Unselfish Love and Rescue of an Abused Foster Child
A Fragile Child’s Cry is the true-life story of a foster father who proved that love, courage, faith and perseverance can truly make an amazing difference in the life of a child victimized by shaken baby syndrome. Follow the remarkable journey of two foster parents as they fight to keep custody of a severely disabled child and hope to eventually adopt him. Experience their sorrows and joys, trials and victories each challenging step of the way. - January 08, 2012 - Street Positive
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area Kicks Off National Mentoring Month with Search for 75 Mentors & Call for Funding to Serve the 750 Children on the Waiting List
Big Brothers Big Sister of the Bay Area (BBBSBA) announced today an ambitious new campaign to recruit 75 new Bay Area mentors as well as a call for donations to help support mentoring matches for 2012. The campaign kick-off coincides with National Mentoring Month and is designed to immediately... - January 04, 2012 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
Forks at the Ready: Kids Food Festival Launches in New York City
The first Kids Food Festival gets cooking on January 21st and 22nd, 2012, from 10am to 6pm at Citi Pond℠ at Bryant Park. The Kids Food Festival helps in the fight against childhood obesity through fun and flavorful activities around balanced food choices. Cooking demos and hands-on... - January 03, 2012 - Kids Food Festival
Elle Febbo Uses Best Seller to Raise Awareness and Funds for Human Rights Group
CCHR Florida once again calls on voice of former foster child turned best-selling author, child advocate, Elle Febbo, for Support. - December 30, 2011 - Febbo Media, LLC.
Seattle Woman Founds First Non-Profit School for Special Students in Cusco, Peru
Celeste Marion, BHS and UW graduate is the Co-Founder and Executive director of Manos Unidas, founding the first private school for Special Education in Cusco, Peru. The school started in the living room of her house in Cusco in 2007. Marion will be hosting the Winter Photo Exhibition at the Q Café in Seattle, WA Jan. 21, ‘12. The event will be sponsored by the Children of Peru Foundation (NY), exhibiting 10 profile photos by Cusco photographer Vanessa Cúneo. Photos will be auctioned for funds. - December 27, 2011 - Manos Unidas Peru
Multilingual Children's Books Give Away
Author has made free kindle downloads available for a limited time. - December 26, 2011 - Creations By Crouch L.L.C.
Sexual Abuse Rights Group "Victims Get Vocal" Launches Campaign to Empower Youths and Families and Hold the Criminal Justice System Accountable
Victims Get Vocal, a national non-profit, has been launched with the mission of creating pressure on law enforcement and seeking justice on behalf of millions of those impacted by the sexual abuse of children. - December 24, 2011 - Victims Get Vocal
Hillsides Foster Care Children’s Charity Event “Road to Emerald City” Scheduled for Feb. 25
The much-anticipated annual benefit, “Road to Emerald City,” chaired by Pasadena resident Cathy Brennan is expected to raise monies for Hillsides’ programs and services for vulnerable children, youth and families. - December 23, 2011 - Hillsides
Hillsides Children’s Charity Announces Holiday Toy Drive
Starbucks stores are hosting in-store promotional bins and posters for Hillsides, encouraging customers to donate holiday gifts in a promotion that began Friday, December 2. - December 23, 2011 - Hillsides
Hillsides Charity Celebrates Season at Parkway Grill in Pasadena
Hillsides Guild hosted its annual holiday celebration at the Parkway Grill in Pasadena to bring joy to many deserving foster care children and families in need. - December 23, 2011 - Hillsides
Renowned Artist Phoebe Beasley Leaves Imprint on Hillsides Foster Care Children
Renowned artist Phoebe Beasley visited Hillsides’ campus to share with guests her experience teaching a two-hour workshop to vulnerable children, who are in foster care or suffer from severe emotional challenges. - December 22, 2011 - Hillsides
Santa and Donors Fulfill Holiday Wishes for Hillsides Children and Families
Bringing holiday cheer throughout the campus, Santa Claus and his elves made an early visit to children living at the residential treatment facility. - December 22, 2011 - Hillsides
Aya Academy of Excellence Bridges North and South Metro Atlanta to Assist the Atlanta Children’s Shelter
A team of volunteers from Aya Academy of Excellence, led by Johns Creek resident Stephanie Hunte, reached out to the Atlanta Children’s Shelter to assist in their annual Holiday House event. Each year, the shelter galvanizes volunteers to provide toys, books, clothes and household goods for... - December 21, 2011 - Aya Academy of Excellence
Edison Mall Hosted "Sensitive Santa" Holiday Photo Event for Children with Disabilities
Students with autism experience “Sensitive Santa.” Edison Mall Hosted “Sensitive Santa” Holiday Photo Event for Children with Disabilities A trip to the mall to see Santa is a special event for families, but the holiday hustle and bustle can be overwhelming for kids with... - December 21, 2011 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Three Year Battle with Lice Ends at Minnesota Lice Lady Salon
Minnesota Lice Lady opens salon in Edina to serve Greater Metro area. - December 19, 2011 - Minnesota Lice Lady
TFI Envision, Inc. Collects 50% More Toys Than Last Year for the Annual St. Luke’s LifeWorks Holiday Gift Collection
"Our location on Route 1 directly across from Stew Leonard's - the world's largest dairy store - brings thousands of people right by our building every week. This year, we are so pleased to announce that we collected over 50% more toys and gifts than last year. People really opened their hearts to this collection and we are very grateful!" said Elizabeth P. Ball, President and Creative Director at TFI Envision, Inc. - December 19, 2011 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Xclaimed Ministries Provides Free Toys for the Christmas Season
The Xclaimed Ministries' Third Annual Christmas Festival drew a crowd three times of what it was just two years ago. - December 15, 2011 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Aptamil to Extend Their Freephone Line to 24 Hours a Day
Aptamil have extended their support services for mums and mums-to-be by offering a 24-hour freephone advice line. The free service will be provided by experienced mums, a midwife and healthcare professionals. - December 15, 2011 - Aptamil
John Foy and Associates Collecting Donations for Toys for Tots Program Through December 21st
John Foy is doing a donation to toys for tots, it will be 250 toys. He will be donating it on the 21st of December. They are raising the toys between now and the 20th. - December 14, 2011 - John Foy & Associates
Blue Water Spa, a Raleigh NC Spa and Laser Hair Removal Center Donates $108,000.00 to Boys and Girls Clubs of Wake County
Blue Water Spa, a Raleigh NC Spa and Laser Hair Removal Center Donates $108,000.00 to Boys and Girls Clubs of Wake County - December 13, 2011 - Blue Water Spa
Eden Autism Services Officially Opens Model Autism Education and Outreach Center
On December 8th more than 300 people gathered for the ribbon cutting ceremony for Eden Autism Services new Education and Outreach Center. - December 11, 2011 - Eden Autism Services
Author Pens Children’s Book Based on Godson with Autism
Gregory G. Allen has entered the MeeGenius Author Challenge to get his children's book about autism awareness published. - December 08, 2011 - ASD Publishing
Los Alamitos High School Choir Presents Holiday Memories
The Los Alamitos High School Vocal Music Program is performing their Holiday Show on December 8, 9 and 10th. “Holiday Memories” is this year’s theme and it is a celebration of all aspects of this joyous season, taking you on an unparalleled holiday journey. Los Alamitos High School, 3591 Cerritos Ave., Los Alamitos, CA. - December 07, 2011 - Note-Ables Booster Club
Gobble Gobble! The Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Hosts Its 32nd Annual Turkey Dinner with the Seniors
On November 22, the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley’s Keystone Club held its 32nd annual Turkey Dinner at the Shelton Senior Center. The event is free to all seniors who live in the Valley. The night kicked off at 5:00pm with key messages from the following influential... - December 04, 2011 - Boys and Girls Club LNV
Introducing the New African American Princess - "Nadia"
Talented Books Launches Princess Nadia’s Fun Filled Adventures. The story of Princess Nadia will entertain and enchant young children with a fun-filled adventure that takes her on a journey through the jungle in search of a friend. While on a safari, Nadia discovers that she’s had a friend by her side all along. - December 04, 2011 - Talented Books
The Connect Realty Family Supports the Children's Tumor Foundation
On December 4th, 2011 Connect Realty team members will be running in the California International Marathon in support of Ava Lowell and the Children's Tumor Foundation. Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a debilitating progressive disorder that can cause tumors to grow anywhere in the body. NF affects 1 in... - December 02, 2011 - Connect Realty.com, Inc.
New Book Reveals Importance of Seeking Beauty Through Visionary Tale
"Dusty Stardusty" by Mica Aer features a fantastical character on a continual quest to find what is positive and beautiful in every situations. "Dusty Stardusty" (ISBN 061547747X), an illustrated story by Mica Aer, tells of one little girl's encounter with the magical title... - December 01, 2011 - Mica Aer
National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association’s Online Kids Nutrition Specialist Training Focuses on Reducing Childhood Obesity and Diabetes and Improving Health
With the growing, alarming rates of kids obesity and diabetes, The National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) developed a Kids Nutrition Specialist Training to focus on kids-specific nutrition. The course provides tips for healthy eating that is fun for kids and families. - December 01, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Passports with Purpose Unites More Than 100 Travel Bloggers to Build Two Libraries in Zambia
Fourth Annual Online Fundraiser Leverages Social Media to Raise Funds for Room to Read - November 30, 2011 - Passports with Purpose
Jamaican Author Releases New Children's Cancer Book
Andrea Nugent's path in battling epilepsy and cancer has led her to running a nonprofit group and writing a children's book. The Jamaican born author has published her first children’s book, "Mommy is Still Mommy: Cancer can’t change that!" - November 30, 2011 - Mommy is Still Mommy: Cancer Can't Change That
Operation Kidsafe and Vancouver Police
Vancouver Police will be joining Operation Kidsafe for this Free Digital Fingerprinting and safety event. - November 30, 2011 - Operation Kidsafe
ClausKids.com Makes Christmas Magic with Hours of Online Fun
As the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is fully upon us, families are in search of an alternative to the chaotic department store crowds, and have found one in the form of the loveable, magical, wintry-wonderland world of ClausKids.com. With worldwide economic uncertainties distracting us... - November 29, 2011 - ClausKids
Laugh for a Cause - Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Hosts Its First Benefit Comedy Night
On Saturday November 12, the Boys and Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley hosted its first Comedy Night at the Liquid Lunch Restaurant on 6 Research Drive. All proceeds benefited the Club’s youth leadership/community service group, Keystone, in their fundraising efforts for their... - November 29, 2011 - Boys and Girls Club LNV
Dreamkind Develops Mobile App for Sesame Workshop’s The Electric Company as Part of an Initiative to Help Children in U.S. Military Families
Dreamkind developed Feel Electric!, a new mobile app for Sesame Workshop’s Emmy Award-winning TV show The Electric Company. The free app teaches kids how to understand complex emotions and encourages them to share their feelings. The app was created to help children in military families. Feel Electric! features three vocabulary-building games, a silly-story maker, a mood glossary, a diary to record feelings, a “Mood Dude” avatar creator, and appearances by cast members from The Electric Company. - November 24, 2011 - Dreamkind
The Real Truth About Bullying – Bully-ed to Boss Breakthrough Program is Released. The Truth Has to be Revealed Before We Lose Anymore Children
“Enough is Enough!” says Marty L Ward, The No BS Coach. “Ten year olds committing suicide like Ashlyn Conner because of bullying? The truth must be revealed now before we lose anymore children to the threat of being bullied.” Students, parents, teachers, coaches, mentors can find answers to The Real Truth About Bullying at http://www.successcoachinfo.com. - November 23, 2011 - Marty L Ward
Happy Centennial Plus to Two Oldest Jewish Resident Camps
The two oldest Jewish resident camps in the nation–both founded in 1902–will be celebrating their 110th anniversaries soon, and they’ll be throwing themselves big birthday bashes. Surprise Lake Camp in Cold Spring, New York, and Tamarack Camps in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, both... - November 23, 2011 - Surprise Lake Camp
"Lovesick Solution" Song Gives Relief to Junk Food Love
As Emetrol Gives Relief, so “Lovesick Solution” Song Gives Relief to Junk Food Love in Techno-pop and Acoustic Versions, to Benefit Kids’ Technology Center. - November 21, 2011 - GG Garth Music Publishing
Surprise Lake Camp Kicks Off It's 110th Anniversary Celebrations with Deep Discount Announcement
Surprise Lake Camp will celebrate its 110th Anniversary in 2012. To jumpstart the agency’s festivities, the famed camp has announced that its popular “Get Your Feet Wet” introductory program will cost only $110. “We thought this would be a great way to attract new campers... - November 19, 2011 - Surprise Lake Camp
Heed Moral, Legal Call for Reporting Child Sexual Abuse
Regardless of whether there is a legal obligation to report known or suspected child sexual abuse, there is a moral obligation to do so, asserts attorney Mary Jo McGrath, nationally known expert on child sexual abuse investigation and awareness in educational settings. Individuals must speak out about what they know or suspect, and not stop speaking out until the child is no longer endangered, despite the stature of the adult in question, or the institution he or she represents. - November 16, 2011 - McGrath Training Systems
Operation Kidsafe Digital Fingerprinting Event
Operation Kidsafe is coming to Vancouver for 3 weekends of Free child safety events. The Vancouver Police Department will be at the event with safety information for parents. Police contact: Constable Lindsey Houghton 604-717-2680 or Constable Andrew Pang. One of the Operation KidSafe digital... - November 15, 2011 - Operation Kidsafe
Superior Grocers and Its Foundation Raises Over $600,000 for Local Communities & Schools
Superior Grocers, one of Southern California’s largest independent supermarket chains, raised over $600,000 through its annual Golf Tournament event held on October 29th at the JW Marriott Resort in Palm Desert. Funds have been donated to various schools and non-profit organizations in Southern California communities. - November 08, 2011 - Superior Grocers
BlackGirlsCode is Dedicated to Inspiring Girls of Color to Become the Next Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg
BlackGirlsCode, a non-profit organization helping girls of color, ages 6 to 14, to become successful computer programmers has a mission to inspire a new generation of African American female coders to remold the complexion of the software development industry. - November 07, 2011 - BlackGirlsCode
The Independent Adoption Center Launches Open Portrait
IAC Starts Tumblr Blog Celebrating Lives Touched by Open Adoption - November 02, 2011 - Independent Adoption Center
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers Partners with Toys for Tots to Give to Children in Their Communities
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers joins forces with Toys for Tots to reach out to greater Houston communities asking residents to help enrich the lives of local children during this holiday season. - November 01, 2011 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers